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These rules decide whether students may carry phones at school, when devices are allowed in class, and how screen time is limited. Follow the bills on classroom phone bans, screen-time limits, and teaching safe technology use.
Live bill results for “cellphones in schools” across the regions we cover, using the same search as the rest of the site.
Bill B26-0826, Breakfast service models in schools bill, lawmakers would let District schools use grab-and-go, in-classroom, or mixed breakfast models for 225 days, after a 30-day congressional review and publication. It is at Final Reading, CC as of October 20, 2026. Sponsored by Zachary Parker (Democratic), who voted for it and Phil Mendelson, who voted for it.
Bill S-5620, Grants Aim to Ban Personal Devices in Schools, if approved, states could get funds to enforce device bans in public schools. It is at Introduced as of September 30, 2026. Sponsored by Mark Kelly (D) and Tom Cotton.
Bill S-5636, School Device Restriction Grants, creates grants to support limits on personal device use during instructional time at eligible schools. It is at Introduced as of September 30, 2026. Sponsored by Ruben Gallego (D).
This proposal directs the FCC to run outreach grants to expand Lifeline enrollment and to connect state databases to a national verifier for faster eligibility checks.
The bill would stop shops from selling energy drinks to anyone under 16, and bar them in schools and vending machines. It would require checks of IDs and basic notices.
The bill would require schools, parents and staff to support safe and responsible technology use. It sets duties but no penalties or specific costs yet.
It would provide free meals to every public school student on school days. Schools must meet dietary needs and report annually.
Bill A-11669, FOCUS Act Limits Classroom Screen Use, the bill curbs digital tools and requires non-digital options. It is at referred to education as of September 2, 2026. Sponsored by Sarahana Shrestha (Democratic).
Bill S-10685, Schools limit student devices; opt-in required, the bill would limit school devices by grade and require caregiver opt-in, with more non-digital options and stricter rules for educational technology. It is at REFERRED TO RULES as of August 21, 2026. Sponsored by Andrew Gounardes (Democratic), Jamaal Bailey, Erik Bottcher, Jeremy Cooney, Michelle Hinchey, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Jack Martins, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton, Luis Sepulveda, and Sam Sutton.
Blocks social media accounts for under-13s and limits algorithmic recommendations for under-17s; requires schools to block social media on subsidized networks.
Guidance for K–12 schools on seizure safety and accommodations under disability protections.
All Quebec schools must adopt policies to prevent and handle sexual violence. Students get clear reporting, quick supports, and safer spaces; staff receive yearly training and clear rules.
Bill HR-6558, Secure Phones for Defense Officials, requires stronger cybersecurity protections for phones provided to senior officials and sensitive national security employees. It is at Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of December 10, 2025. Sponsored by Don Bacon (R).
From new buses built after 2026, students must use three-point seat belts. Schools must create and enforce student belt policies.
Limits use of cell-site simulators; requires warrants, reporting, testing, minimization, and narrow time/area limits.
Bill HR-4006, Mission UNPLUGGED Act, sets rules for student use of phones and other distracting devices in DODEA schools. It is at Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of June 12, 2025. Sponsored by Eugene Vindman (D), Jennifer Kiggans, and Christopher Deluzio.
Bill HR-4005, UNPLUGGED Schools Grant Act of 2025, creates grants for states that require public schools to restrict student device use during school hours. It is at Introduced as of June 12, 2025. Sponsored by Eugene Vindman (D) and Jennifer Kiggans.
Bill HR-3577, END CELLS Act, sets penalties for providing or possessing wireless devices in detention facilities in violation of applicable laws or rules. It is at Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of May 23, 2025. Sponsored by Gus Bilirakis (R), Randy Weber, Troy Balderson, August Pfluger, Rick Allen, Earl Carter, and Mariannette Miller-Meeks.
Requires state agencies to ban student possession and use of personal mobile devices during school hours; allows exceptions and grants for secure storage.
Allows prisons to use signal jammers inside housing units with funding and notification requirements.
